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Popular beliefs & controversial knowledge

Paperback. Num Pages: 384 pages, 120. BIC Classification: JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 184 x 236 x 23. Weight in Grams: 670.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Visible Ink Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9781578595617
ISBN
9781578595617
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.53

Paperback. Translator(s): Collis, Johanna. Num Pages: 288 pages, halftones. BIC Classification: JFHC; JPV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 157 x 236 x 26. Weight in Grams: 534.
Publisher
Clairview Books
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9781905570751
ISBN
9781905570751
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.72

Hardback. A masterful compilation and analysis of Native oral traditions that sheds light on how folktales spread and are adapted by widely diverse cultures Num Pages: 288 pages, 14 color illustrations, 14 b&w illustrations, 2 maps, 1 chart, 4 appendixes. BIC Classification: 1KB; JFHF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 30. Weight in Grams: 567.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
University of Nebraska Press
Edition
0th edition
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780803239821
ISBN
9780803239821
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 58.33

Paperback. Provides introduction to the language and background of the legends as well as a history of Dede Korkut scholarship. This title features tales that are suitable for students of world mythology and folklore. It is partly in prose and partly in verse, and includes legends that were sung or chanted in the courts and camps of political leaders. Num Pages: 242 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: DQ; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 160 x 14. Weight in Grams: 392.
Publisher
University of Texas Press United States
Number of pages
242
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1991
Condition
New
SKU
V9780292707870
ISBN
9780292707870
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 29.99
€ 26.80

Hardback. Illustrator(s): Fawkes, Glynnis. Num Pages: 584 pages, 26 line illus. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; 1QDAR; HRKP3; HRKP4; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 203 x 152. Weight in Grams: 914.
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Edition
F First Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691170152
ISBN
9780691170152
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 38.99
€ 28.58

Paperback. Umberto Eco explores the most distant realms of our imagination Translator(s): McEwen, Alastair. Num Pages: 480 pages, Full-colour throughout. BIC Classification: DSB; DSC; DSK; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 152 x 204 x 28. Weight in Grams: 868.
Publisher
Quercus Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9780857052964
ISBN
9780857052964
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 38.99
€ 26.22

Paperback. Num Pages: 256 pages, colour illustrations. BIC Classification: GB; JFH; WDKX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 190 x 15. Weight in Grams: 650.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
William Morrow Paperbacks
Edition
Original
Condition
New
SKU
V9780062060853
ISBN
9780062060853
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 25.65

Paperback. This first of four volumes accurately translating the wonderful tales of the Arabian nights. Editor(s): Mardrus, J. C.; Mathers, E. P. Num Pages: 656 pages. BIC Classification: FA; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 133 x 36. Weight in Grams: 686.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1986
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
678
Condition
New
SKU
V9780415045391
ISBN
9780415045391
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 44.53

Hardback. Monsters, ghosts, fantastic beings, and supernatural phenomena of all sorts haunt the folklore and popular culture of Japan. Drawing on years of research in Japan, this book unpacks the history and cultural context of yokai, tracing their roots, interpreting their meanings, and introducing people who have hunted them through the ages. Illustrator(s): Kijin, Shinonome. Num Pages: 336 pages, 30 b/w illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; HBJF; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 160 x 236 x 25. Weight in Grams: 610.
Publisher
University of California Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Edition
First Edition, Illustrations by Shinonome Kijin
Condition
New
SKU
V9780520271012
ISBN
9780520271012
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 91.77
€ 70.74

Paperback. Monsters, ghosts, fantastic beings, and supernatural phenomena of all sorts haunt the folklore and popular culture of Japan. Drawing on years of research in Japan, this book unpacks the history and cultural context of yokai, tracing their roots, interpreting their meanings, and introducing people who have hunted them through the ages. Illustrator(s): Kijin, Shinonome. Num Pages: 336 pages, 30 b/w illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; HBJF; JFHF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 231 x 161 x 19. Weight in Grams: 478.
Publisher
University of California Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
First Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780520271029
ISBN
9780520271029
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 24.26

Paperback. Editor(s): McGlathery, James M. Num Pages: 280 pages. BIC Classification: BG; DSBF; JFHF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 154 x 229 x 29. Weight in Grams: 414.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1991
Publisher
University of Illinois Press United States
Number of pages
280
Condition
New
SKU
V9780252061912
ISBN
9780252061912
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 30.69

Paperback. An international team of scholars explores the historical origins, cultural dissemination and continuing literary and psychological power of fairy tales. Editor(s): Tatar, Maria. Series: Cambridge Companions to Literature. Num Pages: 272 pages, 8 b/w illus. BIC Classification: DSK; JFHF. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 154 x 13. Weight in Grams: 442.
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9781107634879
ISBN
9781107634879
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.64

paperback. An overview of how the legend of Arthur and his Knights evolved from the earliest documentary sources to Spamalot. Editor(s): Archibald, Elizabeth; Putter, Ad. Series: Cambridge Companions to Literature. Num Pages: 286 pages, 1 b/w illus. 1 map. BIC Classification: 2AB; DSBB; JFHF. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 152 x 14. Weight in Grams: 420. Series: Cambridge Companions to Literature. 288 pages, 1 b/w illus. 1 map. Editor(s): Archibald, Elizabeth; Putter, Ad. An overview of how the legend of Arthur and his Knights evolved from the earliest documentary sources to Spamalot. Cateogry: (UU) Undergraduate. BIC Classification: 2AB; DSBB; JFHF. Dimension: 228 x 152 x 14. Weight: 456.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Edition
Illustrated
Number of pages
281
Condition
New
SKU
V9780521677882
ISBN
9780521677882
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.54

Paperback. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations, ports. BIC Classification: 2ADR; DSY; JFHF; VSP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 219 x 149 x 7. Weight in Grams: 174.
Publisher
Inner City Books Canada
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Edition
illustrated ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780919123847
ISBN
9780919123847
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 15.22

Paperback. This scrupulously revised edition offers a comprehensive introduction to the beauty and wonder of the Catskill mountain region. Combining a wealth of information with abundant illustrations, the book falls into four main sections. Series: Irish in the Civil War. Num Pages: 420 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; DSB; HBTP; JFHF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 3895 x 5830 x 28. Weight in Grams: 615.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1990
Publisher
Fordham University Press United States
Number of pages
420
Condition
New
SKU
V9780823213016
ISBN
9780823213016
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 52.26

Hardcover. This collection contains Celtic tales of kelpies, mermaids, selkeis, ghosts, warlords, and fairies. Also included is a brief history of the Celts, a glossary of the Gaelic integrated in the stories and an appendix of superstitions about fairy protection. Editor(s): Chien-Eriksen, Nancy. Series: World Folklore Series. Num Pages: 214 pages, glossary, bibliography. BIC Classification: 1DBKS; 1DBKW; 1DBR; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 21. Weight in Grams: 699.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
ABC-CLIO United States
Number of pages
214
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9781563087783
ISBN
9781563087783
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 53.97
€ 50.22

Paperback. The Celtic Gods Num Pages: 224 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBR; HRKP2; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 156 x 8. Weight in Grams: 470.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd Stroud
Number of pages
224
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752434445
ISBN
9780752434445
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 19.18

Paperback. Using Conscious Thought and Physics of the Mind to Reshape the World. 240 pages, 40 images and charts. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: JFH. Dimension: 228 x 153 x 15. Weight: 396.
Publisher
Career Press
Number of pages
240
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781601631442
ISBN
9781601631442
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.16

Paperback. Fairy tales shape our cultures and enrich our imaginations; their narrative stability and cultural durability are incontestable. Editor(s): Tatar, Maria. Series: Norton Critical Editions. Num Pages: 544 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; DSK; DSY; JFHF. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 132 x 283 x 31. Weight in Grams: 514.
Publisher
WW Norton & Co
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Edition
Second
Condition
New
SKU
V9780393602975
ISBN
9780393602975
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 23.13

Paperback. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, best known as the author of Sherlock Holmes stories, was entirely convinced by a set of photographs showing two young girls from Cottingley in Yorkshire playing with a group of tiny, translucent fairies. This book lays out the story of the photographs, their supposed provenance, and the implications of their existence. Series: Extraordinary World. Num Pages: 189 pages, Illus. BIC Classification: JFHF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 203 x 136 x 12. Weight in Grams: 256.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
University of Nebraska Press United States
Edition
Bison Books ed.
Number of pages
189
Condition
New
SKU
V9780803266551
ISBN
9780803266551
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.24

Paperback / so. Here is the story of how evil has been conceived embraced, and combatted over time, including the rise and fall of black magicians, astrology, spiritualism and more. Num Pages: black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HRQM; JFHF; VXW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 154 x 20. Weight in Grams: 360.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Skyhorse Publishing United States
Condition
New
SKU
V9781616083335
ISBN
9781616083335
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 15.59

Hardback. Hardcover collector's editions of all 7 volumes of the Earth Chronicles Series in a display slipcase Num Pages: 2448 pages. BIC Classification: JFH; VXQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 178 x 256 x 154. Weight in Grams: 4550.
Publisher
Inner Traditions Bear and Company
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Edition
Collectors
Condition
New
SKU
V9781591432012
ISBN
9781591432012
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 104.46

Paperback. A comprehensive examination of the historical and mythological evidence for every major theory about King Arthur Num Pages: 424 pages, Includes 8-page color insert and 4 b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 3F; HBJD1; HBLC; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 152. .
Publisher
Inner Traditions Bear and Company
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781620555996
ISBN
9781620555996
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 16.90

Hardcover. A retelling of Greek myths is combined here with a comprehensive account of the world in which the myths developed - their themes, their relevance to Greek religion and society, and their relationship to the landscape. Num Pages: 256 pages, 330 illustrations, 139 in colour. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; HRKP; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 262 x 27. Weight in Grams: 1198.
Publisher
Thames and Hudson Ltd
Number of pages
256
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2004
Edition
01st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780500251218
ISBN
9780500251218
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 36.99
€ 26.40

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